71: They split up and joined the banquet.

Hearing this, Ancestral Witch Houtu's expression became solemn.

Laozi seeking his final Breakthrough was not good news.

The conflict between the Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches had existed for a long time; although they hadn't openly clashed, both sides claimed to be the orthodox lineage of pangu, so how could they coexist in peace?

Now that Dijiang had advanced to the Quasi-Saint Realm, he not only overawed the Honghuang but had even completely suppressed the Three Pure Ones.

Once Laozi advanced to the Quasi-Saint Realm, that advantage would vanish in an instant. If that happened, it would be essentially impossible to suppress the Three Pure Ones and secure the title of the Ancestral Witches as the orthodox lineage of pangu.

Of course, if it were merely that, it would be fine.

But Ancestral Witch Houtu knew very well that once Laozi succeeded in his advancement, he would inevitably seek out Dijiang for a duel to completely suppress him and even seize the title of the orthodox lineage of pangu.

Though she had confidence in Dijiang, Laozi was no simple character. If the latter truly came here, he would definitely only arrive once he had a certain level of certainty.

Therefore, they had to speed up their actions.

Not only did they need to expand their territory to increase Dijiang's strength, but the rest of the Ancestral Witches also had to advance to the Quasi-Saint Realm as quickly as possible.

Only by reaching the Quasi-Saint Realm could they truly fear no challenge and stabilize their title as the orthodox lineage of pangu!

Thinking of this, Houtu immediately spoke: "I understand, Fellow Daoist Li Yun!"

"Thank you for informing me, Fellow Daoist. I will go tell my Eldest Brother about this right now!"

As she spoke, Houtu directly took out a token and tossed it to Li Yun, saying: "This is my token. It will make things smoother for you when you attend the gathering of those Cultivators, and no members of the Wu Clan will stop you on the way!"

"In addition, I will also instruct the tribe members to conceal your information and not spread word of your matters or identity!"

"Good!"

Hearing this, Li Yun also showed a knowing smile.

For no other reason than as long as the Wu Clan didn't leak his information, no one else could know of his relationship with them.

As for any guesses, as long as he didn't use his Protective Aura, there would be no substantive evidence. No one would truly believe that a mere Taiyi True Immortal could have a connection with the Wu Clan and the Ancestral Witches, let alone have the Ancestral Witches and the Wu Clan follow his instructions.

Thinking of this, Li Yun immediately took the token and said: "In that case, I thank Ancestral Witch Houtu."

"Ancestral Witch Houtu, I have finished what I had to say, so I will take my leave now."

After all, no one knew when the innate supreme treasure would be born; arriving quickly at the place where the Cultivators were listening to the Dao was the key.

Promptly, Li Yun and Houtu parted ways.

Li Yun rushed toward where Yuanshi and the others were, while Houtu also rushed to find Dijiang to discuss the matters Li Yun had mentioned.

However, Li Yun's speed was not as fast as Houtu's.

By the time he arrived, Dijiang was no longer there. Even the other Ancestral Witches were absent, leaving only a few Great Witches sitting there watching the Honghuang Cultivators.

"Little friend Li Yun, over here, over here~"

It was at this moment that Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun, amidst the crowd, noticed Li Yun's appearance. Immediately, Hongyun stood up and beckoned to Li Yun.

Hearing this, Li Yun did not hesitate and walked directly toward the area where Hongyun and the others were.

On the way, many Great Divine Power Holders subconsciously glanced at Li Yun.

But sensing that his aura fluctuations were only at the Taiyi True Immortal level, everyone quickly withdrew their gazes, completely indifferent to what a mere Taiyi True Immortal could do.

To put it bluntly, with Li Yun's meager cultivation, he was completely unqualified to participate in this matter, but everyone saw the warmth with which Hongyun had just greeted him.

Because of this, everyone chose to turn a blind eye, which could be considered giving Hongyun and Zhenyuanzi some Face.

Yuanshi and Tongtian also didn't notice the movement here. At this moment, they were busy discussing the Dao and sparring, their minds entirely focused on becoming stronger and raising their cultivation; why would they care about anything else?

Under these circumstances, Li Yun reached the area where Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun were without any hindrance. He cupped his hands in greeting and said: "Greetings, Fellow Daoists!"

"Little friend, why have you come as well?" Hongyun took out a new wine cup, poured a cup for Li Yun, and asked curiously.

Not just him.

Zhenyuanzi and several other Cultivators nearby also looked at Li Yun with curiosity.

After all, this was no ordinary place; this was Mount Buzhou, the core area of the Wu Clan Territory.

The reason they could come here was that the Wu Clan needed to suppress the Demon God Palace and had to compromise by giving them the opportunity to enter this place.

In addition, it was also because their cultivation was strong enough and their numbers were large enough.

Otherwise, the Ancestral Witches likely wouldn't have given them such Face. After all, Dijiang's Breakthrough made him the first Quasi-Saint powerhouse on the surface in this era.

But what about Li Yun?

With only a Taiyi True Immortal cultivation and being all alone, on what basis could he also come here? Looking at his posture, there had been no obstacles, and the Wu Clan hadn't made things difficult for him!

"Fellow Daoist Hongyun, I've just come to join in the fun!"

"I heard that the Demon God Palace was defeated and fled, and many Honghuang Great Divine Power Holders are gathered at Mount Buzhou to discuss the Dao. I thought I'd come to listen and improve myself!"

Facing the inquiry, Li Yun explained calmly.

Regarding this explanation, Hongyun and the others nodded in agreement.

Just as Li Yun said, there really was nowhere else in the Honghuang where more Great Divine Power Holders were gathered. Listening to the Dao here would indeed be of immense value to Li Yun, who only had a Taiyi True Immortal cultivation.

Thinking of this, one of them asked: "Little friend, then how did you get in?"

"The Wu Clan is not so easy to talk to. Would they let people enter their territory just like that?"

As soon as this was said, Hongyun and the others also looked at Li Yun curiously.

To this, Li Yun continued to speak calmly: "Of course that's impossible. If an ordinary Cultivator enters the Wu Clan's land, let alone coming here, they would be discovered and expelled by Wu Clan guards as soon as they set foot on Mount Buzhou."

"But I am a bit different. Back when the Wu Clan hadn't yet dominated Mount Buzhou, I knew Ancestral Witch Houtu. Then, I made a deal with her to exchange for the Wu Clan's Body Refining technique to Cultivate. Over time, we became acquaintances. They also know I have no ill intentions toward the Wu Clan, so they gave me a token to enter!"

"As long as I don't do anything detrimental to the Wu Clan, Ancestral Witch Houtu promised I could reside in the Mount Buzhou area. Besides, with my meager strength, let alone an Ancestral Witch, I couldn't even handle a random Lesser Witch, so I'm naturally no threat!"

So that was it!

It was actually like that!

After hearing Li Yun's words, except for Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun who already knew some information, the others beside them all came to a sudden realization.

Once they understood the reason, their gazes toward Li Yun were filled with more or less envy.

Although his cultivation wasn't high, he had a good relationship with an Ancestral Witch! Currently, the Wu Clan was the hegemon of the Honghuang, and the Ancestral Witches were so powerful they made people feel suffocated. With their protection, Li Yun's safety was absolutely guaranteed, and even...